1994 BMW M5 vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 171 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M5 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 6966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 603 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |